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CMS Town Hall Meeting on Biktarvy Price Negotiations: Comments by Joseph Cherabie

CMS Town Hall Meeting on Biktarvy Price Negotiations: Comments by Kevin Herwig

Comments provided by Kevin Herwig, HIV+Hepatitis Policy Institute, during the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Town Hall Meeting on Biktarvy Price Negotiations, April 22, 2026.

Fighting for Justice: The Hidden Toll of HIV Laws on Black Women

This episode unpacks the harsh reality of HIV criminalization and how outdated laws disproportionately harm Black women. These laws—rooted in stigma, not science—undermine public health efforts by discouraging testing, deterring disclosure, and increasing fear around diagnosis. From unjust prosecutions to emotional trauma, we explore how these policies fuel misinformation and widen health disparities. We also highlight the ongoing fight for justice, education, and legal reform—essential steps in creating a supportive environment where HIV prevention, care, and treatment can truly thrive.

Rooted in Wellness

The Effi Barry Training Institute is excited to announce the launch of “Rooted in Wellness,” a new podcast mini-series dedicated to exploring holistic approaches to health and well-being. Join us as we delve into topics such as trauma, HIV, mental wellness, and the social determinants of health, all with the goal of helping you cultivate a balanced and thriving life. Tune in to “Rooted in Wellness” and embark on a journey of personal growth.

Fear and Hunger at AIDS 2022

At the first gathering of policymakers, activists, and clinicians since COVID-19, a precarious horizon of challenges, food insecurity, and famine, takes center stage.

Addressing Health Disparities in HIV: Introduction to the Special Issue, JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes: December 15, 2021

This article is about how racial and ethnic minorities specifically in California are impacted by HIV/AIDS. It discusses how they tailored their programs to target low-income populations. This particular study was done to prevent further HIV infections in at-risk populations. 

Come as You Are: Improving Care Engagement and Viral Load Suppression Among HIV Care Coordination Clients with Lower Mental Health Functioning, Unstable Housing, and Hard Drug Use

The findings of this study suggest that there is a connection between support to address psychosocial barriers and greater improvement on indicators along the HIV continuum. The findings also aid as evidence to the role of Care Coordination in increasing health and survival opportunities among those who are at the highest risk for suboptimal HIV health outcomes.